DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY MADRAS

BS Program

Message from Head of the Department

I am excited to announce the launch of our new Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry program in the Department of Chemistry. This program has been a long-standing aspiration of our department, and several faculty colleagues have dedicated their time and energy to bring it to fruition.

The BS program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in Chemistry and allied Science subjects, blending theoretical knowledge with practical laboratory experience to prepare them for careers in research, industry, and academia. Also, the curriculum offers a large number of choice based learning opportunities ensuring an enjoyable learning experience at IIT Madras Campus.

Our faculty members are committed to delivering high-quality education and fostering an environment of innovation and discovery. The program envisages to equip students with essential skills in organic, inorganic, physical and theoretical chemistry, along with cutting-edge interdisciplinary research.

We warmly welcome all aspiring chemists to join this exciting journey. The program will enable you to pursue your Chemistry dreams, whether you are interested in exploring the mysteries of molecules, advancing materials science, or contributing to pharmaceutical developments.

For more details on admission requirements and course structure, please refer to the information given below. We look forward to seeing you in our classrooms and laboratories!

Prof G. Sekar, Head, Department of Chemistry, IIT Madras

Why Choose this Program?

  • Comprehensive Curriculum
  • State of the Art Laboratory
  • Higher Study Opportunities
  • Research Opportunities
  • Career Readiness
  • Expert Faculty

The Core Objective of the Program

The four year BS program is designed to nurture Chemistry undergraduates students with strong conceptual understanding of Chemistry and allied subjects, with an ability to apply and analyse the knowledge in a wide range of practical contexts, for the benefit of the society at large.

Salient Features of the 4-year BS Program

  • BS program (4 years) with exit option (BSc) at the 3rd year
  • Basic & advanced courses in Chemistry
  • Basic courses in: Mathematics, Physics, Life-sciences, Humanities
  • A strong laboratory component to nurture ‘hands-on’ learning experience
  • BS and MS with major and minor streams (eg. BS Chemistry with Data Science)
  • Large number of elective courses enabling choice-based learning

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Admission

Curriculum Details